Recent News
CalNEW Begins Outreach to School-Age Refugees
The CalNEW» (California Newcomer Education and Well-Being) project, unveiled in late 2018, is a school-based initiative supported by the San Diego Unified School District» and authorized by Assembly Bill 99. The project aims to enhance social and academic performance by providing additional services for refugees and other eligible school-age students.
Program Services
- Connecting students and families to culturally responsive resources including academic, behavioral, and social support
- Facilitating educator and parent meetings
- Conducting community outreach and engagement events
- Building cross-sector partnerships to provide comprehensive direct service to newcomers
Program Contact
To participate or refer a student or family to CalNEW, contact a community outreach specialist at Nile Sisters Development Initiative. Submit an email inquiry: info@nilesisters.org
FULSToP Awarded Honor in 39th Annual MLK Jr. Day Parade
FULSToP youth CAB» (Community Advocacy Board) members participated in the 39th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade» on Monday, January 21, 2019. The parade is one the largest celebrations in the United States to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. FULSToP CAB members were joined by Fuego Dance Crew» to share uplifting messages about living a healthy, tobacco-free lifestyle. The group earned second place in the parade Performance category. Parade organizers presented first-, second-, and third-place trophies to winners of Best Band, Drill Team, Educational Unit, Float, and Marching Group categories.
